Kelty Coyote 80 Internal Frame Backpack

The Kelty Coyote 80 is another durable design by Kelty that has got a very high load capacity. It makes it a great pack for traveling abroad or taking it into the back country.
If we take a look at the suspension system on the Coyote 80, Kelty uses the cloud lock suspension system. And on their higher carrying capacity back packs they use two aluminum light beam stays. Now that helps the load to be transferred right to the hip belt so you can carry your heavy... you can carry heavier loads more easily.
The pack is adjustable and it does come in two sizes. So the small medium adjusts from about 14 to 18 inches and the medium large adjusts from about 17 to 21 inches. I have about a 16 and a half inch torso and the small medium fits my torso just fine.
This pack is loaded with really smart pockets. So it is great for traveling. It is also great for taking in the back country.
We will start out with the hip belt pockets. There is a sizable pocket on both sides of the hip belt for electronics or food and snacks, whatever you would need to put in there. On the side you have two big pockets, big enough to handle a water bottle on both sides. You can also put a water bottle in the stretchy mesh pocket here.
This side pocket is not connected completely to the pack so you can actually put gear behind this pocket. You can carry trekking poles there. You can put your sleeping mat, whatever you should need to put in that area.
Going back to the front of the pack, it has got a large U shaped pocket right in the front. You can open that up like a piece of luggage, store extra layers in there. This is also a great place you can put maps or electronics and it even has a little key hook there.
The same U shape design in the pocket on the top of the pack allows you to open this pocket up as well and really lay that out. There is a mesh panel right here so that allows you to sort of keep all of your gear inside even when you have opened the pocket. But this is another great, great option for travel if you are using this as more of a luggage piece. You can zip that back up.
You have access to the top of the pack, obviously, by this closure up here. And a great feature of the Coyote is that this top part actually comes off and will convert into a lumbar pack. So you can take this off and go on a day trip if you are traveling. You don’t have to carry an extra little bag with you. You can just, you know, take this right off of your pack.
On the top panel you have a small pocket. A great place for a map or smaller items. And you have a bigger pocket in the back.
The sides are identical and you do have a port for a hydration bladder as well. So this is hydration compatible.
If you are not carrying a full load on the Coyote 80, there are compression straps on the side. So you can really compress that down to secure all of your gear inside.
We will mention this nice carry handle on the front of the pack if you are using it as a luggage piece. It is really convenient to just pick it up that way.
The other thing I will mention. I had this pack on earlier and although it fits my torso, this is not a women’s specific pack, so, you know, keep in mind that the shoulder straps are a little wide and a little bit long, you know, for a women’s fit. The Coyote 80 does come in a women’s specific pack. So that is another option. But all in all the features, the cost effective price point of the pack and the versatility make it a great pack for any adventure.

Equipped with an adjustable CloudLock II suspension system, the Coyote 80 relies on twin lightweight aluminum stays, a horizontal anti-barreling stay and an HDPE framesheet for reliable support. This design provides stability and load-bearing strength while avoiding the unwieldy rigidity of external frame packs. The pack’s Dynamic AirFlow back panel allows warm air to escape so that you stay cooler while carrying weight. A contoured, dual-density waistbelt offers comfortable load support. Kelty's patented Scherer Cinch uses a pulley-like system to double the tightening force on the waistbelt, ensuring that the brunt of the pack's weight rests on your hips.

The curved and padded shoulder straps on both sizes of the Coyote 80 can be quickly and easily adjusted to comfortably fit varying torso lengths. The Small/Medium size will accommodate torsos ranging from 14.5"-18.5" while the Medium/Large fits 17.5"-21" torsos. Load lifter straps relieve stress on your shoulders and an adjustable sternum strap positions the shoulder straps across the chest to prevent chafing under the arms and on the shoulders. Side compression straps and an integrated spindrift collar help you to cinch and secure the contents of the Coyote 80 for optimal balance and load distribution.

The pack body of the Coyote 80 consists of a single, large top-loading compartment. A zippered front panel offers additional quick access to your gear from the front of the pack. The lid of the Coyote 80 can be removed for use as a lumbar pack. A large pocket located on the front panel provides internal organizational options. Additional features include zippered side pockets, a zippered stash pocket, a daisy-chain attachment system and dual mesh water bottle pockets. A lined interior pocket and built-in tube exit make the Coyote 80 hydration compatible.

The Kelty Coyote 80 is available in your choice of size and color options.

Packbag Features:

Top loading

Front panel access

Lid converts into lumbar pack

Hydration compatible

Daisy chain

Ice axe loop

Zippered side pockets

Large front pocket with organization

Hip belt pockets

Suspension Features:

LightBeam dual aluminum stays

Dynamic AirFlow back panel

AirMesh shoulder straps, waist belt, and lumbar

HDPE reinforced waist belt

Padded shoulder straps

Load-lifter / stabilizer straps

Sternum strap

Hip belt stabilizer straps

Scherer Cinch

Specs

Specs

Access

Top Loading w/ Front Access

Recommended Use

Weekend and Multi-Day Backpacking

Warranty

Lifetime

Volume

Small/Medium: 4700 cu inMedium/Large: 4900 cu in

Type

Internal Frame Backpack

Torso Adjustment

Yes

Sternum Strap

Yes; Adjustable Position

Material

420D Polyester Ball Shadow and 450D Polyester Oxford

Item Weight

Small/Medium: 5 lb 3 ozMedium/Large: 5 lb 5 oz

Hydration Compatible

Yes

Frame Material

Aluminum

Fits Torso

Small/Medium: 14.5"-18.5"Medium/Large: 17.5"-21"

Dimensions

Small/Medium: 30" x 13" x 12"Medium/Large: 32" x 15" x 15"

Detachable Daypack

Yes

Reviews

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Likes:
Thank you so much for everything regarding this order. Your customer service has been tremendous and I will not hesitate to recommend your site to others in the future. Thanks again!!

A very satisfied customer,

Dislikes:
Nothing

Reviewed by Robert L. - April 24, 2015

Likes:
Great storage for a short weekend to full week excursions. I have done 12 mile day hike which from most is nothing but I am out of shape and relatively new to the hiking community. The pack never had any hot spots or felt uncomfortable. Between the osprey and Greggory this is the only pack that let me stand up straight with out feel like the pack was bumping my head. Very good pack worth every penny. The hip belt on it is good for slightly larger folks fits my natural waist at the bellybutton i am about a 54-53 but that's with out cinching the hip belt.

Dislikes:
Could use belt options for larger folks since the belt is removable.

Reviewed by Luke J. - January 26, 2015

Likes:
size, versatility, options for packing, break down to day pack, compatibility, storage options, strength and stability of internal frame